Frame & unibody repair · Huntington, WV

Frame straightening & unibody repair in Huntington, WV

Frame straightening repairs the structural backbone of your vehicle after a collision. At East End Body Shop in Huntington, WV, we use computerized measuring and pulling equipment to bring your frame or unibody back to exact factory specifications — so your car drives straight, fits together right, and protects you in a future crash. Free estimates, all insurance accepted, serving the WV–Ohio–Kentucky Tri-State.

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Why frame & unibody repair matters

Your vehicle's frame is engineered to absorb and direct crash energy away from you. Even damage you can't see can throw off how your car handles, how its panels fit, and how it protects you in a future accident. Straightening it back to factory specs isn't cosmetic — it's a safety repair. Our frame work covers:

  • Computerized structural measuring and diagnosis
  • Frame and unibody pulling and straightening
  • Realignment to exact factory specifications
  • Correction of structural and mounting points
  • Post-repair measurement to verify accuracy
  • Full insurance claim handling

Done right, a straightened frame restores proper panel fit, even tire wear, and the crash protection your vehicle was built with.

How it works

Our frame repair process

Measured, pulled, and verified — so the structure is right before any body or paint work begins.

1

Estimate & measure

We inspect and measure the structure to identify exactly what's out of spec.

2

Insurance approval

We document the structural damage and coordinate approval with your insurer.

3

Anchor & pull

The vehicle is anchored and the frame is carefully pulled back toward factory position.

4

Verify to spec

Computerized measuring confirms every structural point matches the manufacturer's specs.

5

Body & refinish

With the structure true, panels, paint, and trim go back on correctly.

6

QC, clean & deliver

A final quality check, a wash and vacuum, then your car comes home driving straight.

Frame repair FAQ

Questions drivers ask us

How do I know if my car's frame is bent?+
Common signs include uneven panel gaps, doors or the hood that don't line up, the car pulling to one side, uneven tire wear, or visible creasing after a collision. The only way to know for sure is a measurement — bring it in for a free estimate and we'll check it on our equipment.
Can a bent frame be fixed, or is the car totaled?+
Many frames can be straightened back to factory specifications. Whether it's worth repairing depends on the severity and your vehicle's value — that's an insurance and safety decision we'll walk through with you honestly after measuring the damage.
Is it safe to drive with frame damage?+
We don't recommend it. Structural damage can affect handling and reduce the protection your vehicle offers in another accident. If your car was in a serious hit, have it towed or bring it straight to us for an inspection.
Will frame damage affect my alignment?+
Yes — structural damage commonly throws off alignment, which causes pulling and uneven tire wear. We correct the structure first so the rest of the repair, including alignment, comes out right.
Does insurance cover frame repair?+
Structural repair after a covered accident is typically part of the claim. We document the damage and work directly with your insurer on the estimate and approval.
How long does frame straightening take?+
It depends on the extent of the damage and the body and paint work that follows. We'll give you an accurate timeline after measuring, and keep you updated throughout the repair.
Free estimate

Let's measure it and set it straight

Give us a call and we'll get you a free estimate fast. We work by appointment now.

(304) 525-5361Fax (304) 525-5386
East End Body, Inc.3117 Ferris Ct (31st Street), Huntington, WV 25702 · off I-64 Exit 11
Mon–Fri · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMSaturday & Sunday — closed

Call and we'll get you scheduled

We work by appointment now — no walk-ins needed. Give us a call and we'll set up your free estimate and answer any questions.

Call (304) 525-5361
Mon–Fri · 8 AM – 5 PM